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Fig. 6.1 Above Ground Storage Tank that will be used for ABR<br />

6.5 Impacts and Mitigative Measures<br />

The installation <strong>of</strong> the diesel generators will create negative environmental impacts in the<br />

following areas:<br />

Orientation to the site will focus on the environmental contributions <strong>of</strong> these<br />

structures. Management should place these towers in less visible locations<br />

provided there is enough wind. It should also be possible to hide the lower<br />

portions behind small trees.<br />

Negative impacts will result from the sitting and placement <strong>of</strong> the diesel generator.<br />

These are in the form <strong>of</strong> diesel and waste oil spills and leaks. All spills and leaks<br />

will be mopped up and disposed according to the environmental guidelines. All<br />

waste oil or contaminated fuel will be removed from the island and taken to <strong>Belize</strong><br />

City and other destinations that may prove viable for recycling.<br />

Negative impacts will result from the operation <strong>of</strong> the generators. Noise<br />

displacement will be minimized by individual engine houses enclosed in a central<br />

generator building with acoustic tiling.<br />

Batteries from the system will eventually wear out and will have to be replaced. In<br />

view <strong>of</strong> their toxic nature they will be removed from the island and taken to <strong>Belize</strong><br />

City and other destinations that may prove viable for recycling<br />

6-5

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